Description: This function checks spring elements for unconnected ends. If unconnected elements are found, a mass value can be entered to create mass elements at the free ends automatically.
Usage:
1. VPG prompts:
> CHECK FOR NON-ZERO LENGTH SPRINGS? (Y/N)
YES
• This will identify all spring elements that are non-zero length and give the user the option of placing these elements in a new part.
>XX NON-ZERO LENTH SPRINGS FOUND. INCLUDE ELEMENTS IN NEW PART? (Y/N)
2. If the user selects (Y), the elements detected will be placed in a new part named ¡°NON-ZERO¡±. If NO, the function is terminated.
3. VPG prompts:
> CONTINUE TO CHECK FOR LOOSE CONNECTION? (Y/N)
• Selecting YES will cause VPG to check for spring elements that are not connected to at least one other beam/spring/shell or solid element. Selecting NO will terminate the function.